Astute's Power team are currently recruiting for a Cost Controller to join the EPC Contractor to oversee and manage the costs across 2 power plants in construction in Eye & Bedfordshire. The role is a fixed term contract for 12 months. The Cost Controller position comes with a salary from 45,000 to 50,000. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Manage and monitor project costs, budgets, and forecasts across two live EPC projects during the final construction and commissioning phases. Maintain accurate cost reporting, including weekly and monthly cost reports for senior project and commercial management. Track actual spend vs budget, identifying cost variances and providing recommendations to maintain financial control. Work closely with project managers, commercial teams, and site teams to ensure cost data reflects real-time project activity. Support forecasting and cash flow management, updating financial projections as projects move toward...

Job Reference: SCSS-DSM-AD-0126 Job title: Defence Sales Manager Location: Hybrid (Office in Bedford) Role type: This is a permanent position About us At Hybrid Air Vehicles, we are driven by a single purpose: to Rethink the Skies. We connect the unconnected and offer sustainable solutions to the challenges facing the modern world. Joining our team means contributing to an innovative, values-driven organisation while learning, growing, and helping shape the future of aviation. The opportunity: The Defence Sales Manager role is a unique opportunity to support our growth and expansion. This is a hands-on, delivery focused role, - you will manage and progress sales activity in the defence and security sectors in markets including the UK, EU and US, maintaining and developing relationships, progressing commercial agreements across a range of customers. Due to the nature of the role, applicants selected for interview must be eligible to obtain and hold...

Nursery Nurse - Busy Children's Nursery (Wellingborough) Full-time, 40 hours per week Salary: 28,392 per annum We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Nurse to join our vibrant and busy children's nursery in Wellingborough. If you're enthusiastic about early years education and committed to providing exceptional childcare, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality care and education to children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues Support children's learning and development through planned and child-led activities Maintain accurate records and contribute to observations and assessments Ensure health and safety standards are consistently met Uphold safeguarding policies and procedures at all times Requirements: To be considered for this role, you must have: A full and relevant...

Senior Town Planner - Bedford Join a Leading Independent Planning Consultancy! Are you an ambitious and qualified Town Planner with at least 3 years of professional experience? Do you want to make a meaningful impact in the field of planning while working with a diverse range of clients? If so, we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity with one of the UK s leading, employee-owned planning consultancies. Position: Senior Town Planner Location: Bedford Salary: Dependent on experience Why Choose This Opportunity? This consultancy pride themselves on delivering tailored, multidisciplinary advice to help balance development needs with environmental sustainability. With offices across the UK, their team works on a variety of projects across both private and public sectors. With projects across Residential, Extra-Care, Commercial, Logistics, Sport & Leisure as well as Education , you will gain invaluable experience collaborating with skilled...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join one of the country's leading Facilities Management companies working at a static site in Bedford. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical background and hold electrical qualifications such as NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in electrical installations or maintenance, and 18th edition as a minimum. Knowledge of and experience with 3 phase electrics and its applications is essential. A driving license is also required for use of the pool van. The role will be working as part of a team working in a distribution centre to maintain and repair a range of electrical and mechanical plant and equipment. Duties: Support other technicians with any major or minor maintenance work. Complete all necessary PPM's and reactive maintenance schedules within agreed timescales and to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and as required. Prioritising and completing minor maintenance and repair...

Qualified SEN Teacher - New Specialist School in Bedford Location: Bedford Start Date: March 2026 Salary: Competitive, based on experience Contract Type: Term Time Only Are you a qualified teacher with a passion for inclusive education? Are you ready to be part of a pioneering team in a new and growing Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Bedford? Aspire People are recruiting on behalf of a forward-thinking and nurturing SEN school that caters for pupils with a diverse range of needs, including Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and complex medical needs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a role that combines creativity, collaboration, and impact. About the Role You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, personalised teaching to pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Working alongside experienced Teaching Assistants, therapists, and external professionals, you'll...

Hello, We are currently looking for the below role, if this is something of interest then please get in touch. Sheet Metal Worker Required to work manufacturing company based in Kempston. Authorities and Responsibilities: Maintain all health and safety disciplines Use of press breaks Comfortable with Spot Welding Maintain machines, tooling and good housekeeping at all times Organise area & tooling to maximise productivity Operate all plant equipment to procedure and health and safety guidelines Willingness to participate in improvement activities across the business Assist in problem solving when issues arise Must embrace change and be willing to adopt new skills to support all areas of the business To be flexible in a small team oriented environment Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Ability: Previous experience in sheet metal and use of press machinery Proficient using measuring equipment Understand the importance of following process &...

The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a Large Service Organisation with offices in Bedford. The Role As Finance Manager you will take responsibility for managing the accounting function for key areas of technical accounting, JV work and VAT accounting. Day to day duties will consist of: Timely and accurate reporting of Corp Tax, partial exemption VAT, employment tax and CIS requirements. Management of robust internal controls looking to improve and develop when the opportunity arises Provision of financial information to key stakeholders Reporting of assets and liabilities Management of the balance sheet reconciliation process Month end reporting Team management and development. Your Profile. You will be a Qualified Accountant who has managed teams and who has a strong, VAT, controls and core accounting background. You will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross functionally across...

Planet recruitment are looking for a Maintenance Operative to join our busy client in Thurleigh, Bedfordshire. Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm Pay: Up to 13.81 per hour Start: ASAP Key Responsibilities Carry out minor repairs and general ad hoc maintenance Support facilities duties such as painting and upkeep Assist with grounds maintenance and outdoor site tasks Ensure site is clean, manage waste, and follow recycling procedures Drive site maintenance vehicles safely Person Specification Full driving licence Counterbalance forklift qualification Experience or strong interest in maintenance and facilities Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently or in a team This is a full-time role offering structured hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work in a supportive, hands-on environment. To find out more, please call Adam or Scott on (phone number removed)...

Senior Debt Delivery Manager £78000 per annum Bedford Permanent Hybrid Working Ready to make a real difference? Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as our Senior Debt Delivery Manager. This is your chance to play a meaningful role in helping people across the UK build stronger financial futures and to do it as part of a supportive, energetic team. Why This Role Matters In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead the delivery and performance of outsourced national and community-based debt advice services, ensuring our grant and contract-funded partners deliver excellent support to clients and that value for money is achieved across the portfolio. You'll also shape how we build and maintain strong, effective relationships with our partners, while guiding and developing a team of grants and contracts managers to perform at their best.You'll join a team that's passionate, collaborative, and driven by the belief that advice and support during financial distress...

Robert Half are proud to be working in an exclusive retained agreement with Signify Research to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner / Finance Manager, based in Cranfield on a hybrid basis. You will be proactive, detailed orientated and ambitious looking to support driving the professionalism and value creation of our ambitious and scaling business, happy to pull up your sleeves and get stuck in with the aptitude to develop and grow as we do. This role is seen as the future Head of Finance with the opportunity to build a team around you as the business expands. T he foundations of the finance function are now in place, and the next step is to professionalise, streamline and gradually build capability as the company grows. Senior Finance Business Partner/Finance Manager is dedicated to offering the highest quality, most in-depth and robust market analysis, insight, and consultancy services for the healthcare technology industry. Role Purpose You will support the...

Senior Policy & Proposition Manager (Money Guidance) £83000 per annum Bedford Permanent Hybrid Working Ready to make a real difference? Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as a Senior Policy & Proposition Manager . This is your chance to play a meaningful role in helping people across the UK build stronger financial futures and to do it as part of a supportive, energetic team. Why This Role Matters In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead the ongoing development and delivery of high-quality money guidance services and propositions, ensuring they remain insight-led and responsive to customer needs and market changes. You'll shape and enhance the money guidance we offer, working closely with fellow Senior Managers to support customers in building their financial understanding, confidence, and long-term wellbeing.You'll join a team that's passionate, collaborative, and driven by the belief that financial confidence should be something everyone can...

Insurance Partner Location: Hybrid / Bedfordshire Contract type: Full time, Permanent We're looking for an experienced Insurance Partner to support the management of our insurance portfolio and deputise for the Insurance Manager when required. This is a newly created role offering the chance to influence how insurance risk is managed across the organisation. You'll work closely with insurers, brokers and internal teams to manage complex property, liability and motor claims, support insurance renewals, improve insurance data quality and provide clear, practical advice. You'll also deliver insurance awareness training and contribute to reporting, budgeting and governance activity. About you: Significant experience in an insurance role, ideally within social housing Strong knowledge of property and public liability claims Confident communicator, able to influence and work with senior stakeholders Able to interpret insurance policies and legislation and provide...

SEMH Maths Teacher - Specialist Provision (Young Women) Location: Wilden, Bedfordshire Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Type: Temporary to Permanent Salary: Competitive, in line with MPS (dependent on experience) The Role We are working with a specialist SEMH provision in Bedfordshire that supports young women who are unable to access mainstream education. This is a rewarding opportunity for a Maths Teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to making a genuine difference. You will be teaching small classes of up to 10 students, with a wide range of academic abilities and complex social, emotional and mental health needs. Many learners have experienced significant disruption to their education and require a consistent, trauma-informed approach. The successful candidate will be confident adapting Maths lessons to meet individual needs, while maintaining clear boundaries and a calm, structured learning environment. Key Responsibilities...

Role Overview: Join Busy Bees Bedford Elstow – Nursery Manager (12-Month Maternity Cover) - up to £44,000.00   Are you an inspiring early years leader ready to guide a passionate team and create exceptional learning experiences? Busy Bees Bedford Elstow is looking for a motivated Nursery Manager to join us on a 12-month maternity cover contract .   Fantastic Busy Bees Benefits We offer a generous, industry-leading benefits package, including: Competitive salary  Up to 25% annual salary bonus Up to 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Your birthday off – our treat! Significant childcare discount Continuous training and development to help you grow your career Access to the Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub with huge retail discounts Enhanced family leave and a return-to-work bonus Menopause support via Peppy Salary Finance for financial wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme with Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work...

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join a busy garage based in Bedford Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: 32,000 - 38,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience. Location: Bedford MK41 Schedule: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday. Overtime is available on Saturdays About The Company: They are an established, friendly, busy, independent garage, who cover servicing, repairs and MOT's and have a large returning customer base. They are looking for a full time permanent Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester. Previous experience of working in the field is a must. The applicant would need to be hardworking with attention to detail and be happy to work under their own initiative as well as in a team. If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration. The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is...

Hello, We are currently looking for the below role, if this is something of interest then please get in touch. Turret Punch Operator Required to work manufacturing company based in Kempston. Job Overview: You will be responsible for setting up and operating the clients Nisshinbo Turret Presses. Required Skills and Qualifications: Experience of operating turret punch presses Experience of changing, sharpening and maintaining tools Fleixible, reliable team player Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills Ability to work under pressure when meeting deadlines Job Type/Category: Contract - Temp/Perm Hours - Monday - Thursday 7am - 4:30pm If you are interested, please send a copy of your CV to (url removed). Kind regards, Jared Raymond (url removed) Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Manual Handler/Warehouse Operatives Ridgmont 12.37 - 13.98ph We are looking for a reliable Manual Handler to support daily operations in our manufacturing warehouse at Ridgmont location - Bedford Lift, move, and pack components and finished items Assist with loading and unloading deliveries Organise materials within the warehouse and production areas Support manufacturing teams with general manual tasks Requirements: Ability to lift and handle heavy items safely Basic understanding of warehouse operations Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience (preferred) START ASAP Hours - 6am - 3pm and 2pm - 11pm. Mon - Friday How to Apply: If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please contact Insha Khursheed on (phone number removed) or submit your CV to Insha.Khursheed (url removed) alternatively, apply to this advert! Why work with Proactive? Proactive Global...

Chef & Nutrition Coach When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Chef & Nutrition Coach Location: Bedford, This service does not have full step free access. Salary: 26,000 (full time equivalent) Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday Shifts flexible around meal preparation 5 days per week including weekends. Hours may vary dependent on service and resident requirements. About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for a Chef & Nutrition Coach to join our brand new service opening in April 2026! As a Chef & Nutrition Coach in the service, you will improve their dietary habits, optimise health, personalised as well as creating meals for our diverse and marginalised residents as they seek recovery. You will need to understand ordering and budgeting as well as a strong understanding of...

Science Teacher Secondary School Location: Bedford Start Date: After Easter Contract: Full-time Coba Education is working closely with a secondary school in Bedford to recruit a qualified Science Teacher for a full-time position , starting after Easter . This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and committed teacher to join a supportive school and deliver high-quality Science teaching across the secondary age range. The role: Full-time teaching position within a secondary school Science department Teaching Science across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable but not essential) Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum Marking, assessing, and tracking pupil progress Contributing positively to the wider school community The successful candidate must: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) essential Have experience teaching Science in a UK secondary school Be confident teaching Biology, Chemistry,...